MIG Welders for hire in Houston, TX

Find mig welders who specialize in creating strong, durable welds for metal fabrication, repairing components and constructing infrastructures using gas and electricity as part of their craft. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Houston, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Welding9%
    Welders (Tool)6%
    MIG Welding6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED82%
    Vocational or technical training11%
    Associate's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years40%
    6-10 years40%
    More than 10 years20%
  • Current company

    Advance Containment Systems Inc
    Advanced Containment Systems
    Aerotek
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years67%
    1-2 years33%

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Last updated: Oct 10, 2026

MIG Welder: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Houston, TX: $47,267 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $33,724 – $66,248 yearly

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  • Welder Fabricator, Welders, Cutters, and Welder Fitters

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CWelding CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipMIG WeldingWeldingGas Metal Arc Welding
  • Welder/Fabricator/

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsNCCER CertificationDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationForklift CertificationAWS D1.1 Endorsement+1 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementLift TruckForkliftWeldingWelders (Tool)Welding Machines
  • Welder

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsASME Codes & StandardsDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationAWS D1.1 EndorsementForklift Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipWeldingPlasma CuttingPlasma Cutters
  • TIG Welder/Fabricator

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsManufacturing Facility ExperienceManufacturingManufacturing Company ExperienceTIG WeldingWelding
  • Lead Welder/Leadman

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Welding CertificationAWS D1.1 EndorsementForklift Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipWeldingSheet MetalStick WeldingShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
  • WELDER

    Houston, Texas

    Licenses & certifications

    American Welding Society (AWS) StandardsFCAWOverhead Crane CertificationStick WeldingShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)Driver's License+6 more

    Skills

    EHSWeldingMachine Shop PressesPress OperationForming ToolsCold-Forming Machines

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What's the average time to fill a MIG welder role?

The average time to fill a MIG welder role is 148 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do MIG welders tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a MIG welder include: welding, welders (tool) and MIG welding.

What licenses or certifications are common for MIG welders?

Common licenses or certifications for MIG welders include: Driver's License, Welding Certification and American Welding Society (AWS) Standards.

What are some job titles related to MIG welders?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to MIG welders include: welder, welder fabricator, welders, cutters, and welder fitters and lead welder/leadman.

What level of education is common for a MIG welder?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a MIG welder in Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a MIG welder?

Most MIG welders have 7 years of professional experience.

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